The Bihar government ordered former Chief Minister Rabri Devi to vacate her official residence at 10 Circular Road in Patna on Nov. 25, 2025 [1].

This move signals a deepening rift between the current administration led by Nitish Kumar and the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) family. The reallocation of high-profile government housing often serves as a barometer for political relations in the state, reflecting the power dynamics between the ruling coalition and the opposition.

Along with the eviction notice, the government allotted a new official residence to Rabri Devi on Nov. 25, 2025 [2]. The administration said the move is part of a broader reallocation of official residences under the newly inducted government.

Members of the RJD have characterized the decision as a targeted political attack. Rohini Acharya, daughter of Lalu Prasad Yadav, criticized the move as an attempt to undermine the family's standing. "Priority is to disrespect Lalu Yadav," Acharya said [3].

While the government maintains the relocation is administrative, some reports suggest the dispute has evolved into a conflict over protection. A report from Aaj Tak said security cuts led the Lalu family to refuse existing security measures — a claim not corroborated by other primary reports [4].

The bungalow at 10 Circular Road has long been a center of political activity for the RJD. The transition to a new residence marks a shift in the physical and symbolic presence of the family in the capital city.

“"Priority is to disrespect Lalu Yadav"”

The eviction of Rabri Devi from a prominent government bungalow is more than a real estate dispute; it is a symbolic assertion of authority by Nitish Kumar's government. By removing a high-profile figure from a landmark residence, the administration signals a desire to diminish the visible influence of the RJD leadership in Patna, potentially escalating tensions ahead of future electoral cycles.